2004 Renault Scenic II vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Scenic II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Scenic II would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic II. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Renault Scenic II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Scenic II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic II. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Scenic II | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scenic II | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
